How to Cancel Services

Step-by-Step Guide 

• Notify Your Broker

  • Your designated broker must also be a member of the board you join.

  • If your broker is switching associations too, coordinate the transfer together.

  • If you’re moving to a new brokerage, ensure your license is updated with your state’s real estate department before transferring your board membership.

• Contact Your Current Association

  • Call or email your local REALTOR® association (the one you’re currently a member of).

  • Ask to speak with the Membership department or Accounting department.

• Submit a Written Request

  • All boards require a written notice or membership termination form.

  • You’ll typically need to include:

    • Your full name and license number

    • Brokerage name

    • Your intent to cancel or transfer membership

    • The effective date of termination

• Settle Outstanding Dues or Fees

  • Make sure all local, state, and national REALTOR® dues are current.

  • If you’ve already paid annual dues, ask about "A Letter of Good Standing" to take to your new board (sometimes partially refundable or transferable).

• Apply to the New Association

  • Contact the new REALTOR® association.

  • Complete their new member application and pay any applicable fees.

  • They’ll verify your prior membership status through the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) database.

• Confirm Transfer Completion

  • Once accepted, confirm that:

    • Your MLS access is updated (you may need to switch systems).

    • Your NAR, state, and local memberships are active under the new board.